Invasive crayfish and tree roots have caused serious structural damage to a well-used walking route, forcing its temporary ...

Plants can have naturally destructive tendencies, and they can damage homes without you even noticing. There are types of ...

Large trees often develop surface roots that can damage sidewalks, mower blades, and tree health. Mulch 2–3 inches deep to cover roots safely and reduce maintenance without harming the tree. Never cut ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Though it can, in some ways, be considered a landscaper's dream, the fast growth, dense foliage, and aggressive roots of the ...

We recently purchased a home which needs a lot of landscape work. Our yearly budget for landscaping is limited. What should we prioritize with our limited dollars? Should we wait until sprin ...

Heat is stressful for humans and trees alike. The summer sun scorches moisture from soil, burns leaves and dries out roots. Older trees may be better adapted to the heat, but younger ones can also ...

Scott stood in the loamy dirt looking at his redwood tree. He still couldn’t believe he owned a redwood tree. He’d grown up on the twelfth floor of an apartment building in Chicago. He’d never ...

The Arbor Day Foundation has named Topeka as the 2024 Tree City USA recipient. The recognition highlights Topeka's commitment to planting, growing and maintaining trees throughout the city. Mayor ...